i know a guy

November and December were both creativity packed months, full of inventing and making. There were so many projects that I made and gave away without remembering to take photos! I also taught several art classes and programs at the school, library and home. It was all very inspiring!

We hosted Christmas Eve at our home and in keeping with tradition, I set up a craft table. This year we made these little people ornaments. I love how they are all unique!

I did a nail and string art class in my studio with my art students. They LOVED it! I have an upcoming program at the library doing the same thing!

Reflecting on the past two months, I am especially thankful for my suppliers and my designers. I’ve mentioned the cool, one-of-a-kind projects I am able make and teach because of my husband’s design and wood working expertise, but I haven’t mentioned one of my suppliers…A.K.A. my wood guy, A.K.A. I know a guy, A.K.A. my father in law, the guy with a hobby sawmill. There is something special and unique about having a father in law whom I can go to for all my wood working needs. Most of the wood I use is scrap from various home projects. I love making art with locally sourced, natural resources!

fullsizeoutput_1e0b — Here are some pieces of weathered, rough-cut hemlock, locally sourced from the Heldeberg Mountains. I used this wood for nail and string art, for gifts and art programs for kids. I used the chop saw to make small lengths and gave them all a little sanding.

The projects that I come up with for gifts and art classes are so cool because of my resources, the people in my life with skills and gifts that are unique. ❤